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EncephalitisMedical Tests & Diagnosis Methods/ToolsDiagnosis of encephalitis is done with the help of the following: Medical History: Recent exposure to insects, travel, personality changes and contact with unusual animals or illnesses (9). Neurological Examination: Neurological examination consists of several components with each focusing on different parts of the nervous system such as:
Therefore, a neurological exam helps evaluate mental status, detect neurological problems such as motor dysfunction and seizures and help determine the area of brain that is affected (9) & (10). Other tests include:
Spinal tap: In this procedure, cerebrospinal fluid is collected by inserting a needle between two vertebrae in the lower spine. The fluid is analyzed for an elevated count of White Blood Cells (WBC), blood and presence of virus (9).
Article by Kona Vishnu, MS |
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